About this Event
Join us for a relaxed R&B-themed Sip and Paint night, designed to bring Black men together for creativity, connection, and meaningful conversation. This is a social and affirming space where art and dialogue come together to reflect on lived experiences, community strengths, and gaps in accessing affirming sexual health education and care.
No artistic experience is needed — just come as you are!
The Empowering Black Same Gender Loving Men Project is an ongoing collaboration between researchers and community members in Canada with lived or professional experience with HIV and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs), sexual health, mental health, and substance use among Black gay, bisexual, queer, and other same gender loving men living in Canada.
Who Is This Event For?.
This event is for:
· Black men (cis and trans)
· Individuals who identify with the Caribbean and/or African communities
· Gay, bi, queer, and same-gender-loving community members
· Newcomers and Canadian-born folks alike
What’s Included.
· Guided painting experience (all supplies provided)
· R&B-inspired soundtrack and relaxed social vibe
· Light refreshments and beverages
· Guided community conversation and reflection
· Optional opportunities to share insights that may help shape future community-led research and programs
· Time and space to connect, socialize, and build community
Why Your Voice Matters.
This gathering will help inform future community-based work focused on:
· Sexual health education and care
· Access, barriers, and community strengths
· Social connection, wellbeing, and equity
No names will be attached to comments, and no audio or video recording will be used. Insights will be summarized anonymously to protect your privacy.
Hosted By: VIBE-BGB Men
Event Details:
Date: Friday February 13, 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Location: The 519
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The 519, 519 Church Street, Toronto, Canada
CAD 0.00
